As rebuilding efforts commence in the wake of this summer’s storms, construction professionals seek ways to ensure that homes are safer and built to withstand major wind events. There are several techniques that will help to keep property and lives safe.
Stringent new building codes require improved efficiency of building envelopes through better insulation. While more expensive insulation methods, like spray foam, may have greater R-values, it is possible to meet the required high R-values using less expensive fibreglass or cellulose insulation with a raised heel truss.
As the seasons change, it’s time to give your heating system a once-over to avoid any mid-winter freezes from dysfunctional furnaces. Regular maintenance of your ducting and furnace can reduce energy costs, and improve the efficiency and longevity of your furnace.
These five tips can vastly improve the curb appeal of your new build.
While post-pandemic supply-chain issues have eased, the ongoing labor shortage still poses a challenge to overcoming the housing shortage.
A recent National Association of Realtors survey showed that Baby Boomers now make 39% of all home buyers, up from 29% in 2022.
Ladder safety and training is something that must be enforced on jobsites in order to keep your crew safe.
Sweater weather is here and we need to prepare our homes for the coming cold. Getting ready for the onslaught of winter can help you to maintain your home and can even prevent damage and save you money.
AI is here and already integrating into many of the tasks we perform on the jobsite. Here are five ways you can utilize AI to streamline your daily operations.
A new survey finds that construction crews don’t eat the healthy meals required to do a full day of productive work.
